Learn From PMP® Instructors
Prepare to pass the PMI® PMP exam! This bootcamp-style live, instructor-led training is tailored for those participating in and leading projects.
Our instructors are trained to deliver the official PMI® PMP® prep course material through the PMI® Authorized Training Partner Program (ATP). These facilitators are experienced Program and Project Managers, ready to guide and answer your questions with real-world examples, ensuring you pass the exam on your first attempt!
What You’ll Learn
- ✅ Create a high-performing, empowered team and stakeholders
- ✅ Establish project goals and scope
- ✅ Determine appropriate project methodology and practices
- ✅ Integrate project planning activities
- ✅ Plan and manage the quality of projects and deliverables
- ✅ Identify and manage project risks and issues
- ✅ Keep the team on track to enable project success
- ✅ Plus more!
Why Choose Edwards
Your Success is Our Priority
At Edwards, we go beyond the classroom. With expert-designed study tools, you’ll have everything you need to stay on track and confidently prepare for your exam. Your success is at the core of everything we do.
Learn from the Best
Edwards’ instructors are not just experienced professionals—they’re dedicated mentors who simplify complex concepts. With interactive practice and real-world examples, they create a supportive space for mastering project management.
Trusted by PMI
As a PMI Authorized Training Partner, Edwards delivers the highest quality preparation to ensure you’re ready for your PMP certification. Our proven strategies help set you apart as a project management professional.
PMP Prep 101
Need guidance to prepare for your PMP® exam? Our PMI-approved PMP® prep instructors can help.
Not only do our courses provide you with the fundamental knowledge needed to pass the exam, but we also offer opportunities to connect with project managers who recently took and passed their PMP® certification exam. This unique aspect of our course provides real-life insights to better prepare participants for success.
Edwards courses are facilitated by experts with extensive experience. Our instructors are subject matter experts in their field and seasoned classroom trainers. By combining lecture-style facilitation with hands-on group and individual activities, we ensure a practical and engaging learning experience.
Additionally, we offer a wide range of project management technical and soft skill courses, ranging from half-day to five-day sessions, available in both cleared and commercial facilities.
• Create a high-performing team, empowering team members and stakeholders
• Distinguish project manager, team member, and stakeholder roles
• Establish project goals and scope
• Determine appropriate project methodology and practices
• Integrate project planning activities
• Plan and manage scope, budget, schedule, resources, communication, and procurement
• Identify and manage project risks and issues
• Engage and manage project stakeholders
• Keep the team on track to enable project success
• Address and remove impediments and obstacles
• Manage and resolve conflict
• Leverage emotional intelligence to promote effective team performance
• Execute and evaluate project benefits and business value
• Evaluate and address internal and external business environment changes
• Support organizational change management
• Implement continuous process improvement
• 5 days of live instructor-led training
• Digital workbook
• Practice exam questions and guidance
• Post-training instructor support
“Extremely personable instructor, very knowledgeable in Project Management, and presented an extremely informational class.”
– Department of Defense Agency
Meet Our Instructors
SARAH OKORAFOR
PMP, PMI-ACP
Sarah Okorafor currently works at Edwards as a Project Manager. Her demonstrated experience in analyzing and developing process improvement strategies, monitoring KPIs, and communication skills spans various fields including healthcare, IT, and consulting.
Sarah is exceptionally passionate about every aspect of project management and adept at building consensus among key stakeholders to provide breakthrough operational strategies and transform complex issues into achievable goals.
Sarah gained her PMP in 2020 and currently serves as the VP of programs with the PMI Baltimore Chapter.
JEFF BONGIOVANI
Training Solution Area Lead
Jeff Bongiovani joined Edwards in 2018 as an ISD (Instructional Systems Designer) and was promoted to T&D Manager in 2021. Jeff is responsible for managing training-based customer engagements as well as overseeing the design and development of new and existing Edwards training courses (both internal and external). He has 20+ years of classroom training and ISD experience.
Before joining Edwards, Jeff was a trainer teaching a myriad of subjects, including software, programming, business skills, and other technical topics with New Horizons International Training Company. He took the lead in instructing a variety of courses including Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, HTML, JavaScript, and SQL. He was also an in-home piano, trumpet, and music theory teacher from 1997 through 2017.
Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Loyola University of Baltimore. He also holds a CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Certification.
CAROLYN EICHHORN
PMP, PMI-ACP
Carolyn Eichhorn serves as a Senior Project Manager with Edwards Performance Solutions. She has extensive project experience in higher education, hospitality, and creative services, including three years with Walt Disney Imagineering.
She gained valuable experience teaching undergraduate college courses both online and in-person before joining Edwards in 2019. Carolyn now teaches Project Management and Leadership courses for commercial and government clients.
Carolyn’s certifications include the PMP and PMI-ACP, as well as completing the PMI ATP Train the Trainer Exam Prep program. She earned an MFA in Creative Writing, using her creativity to enhance student engagement and support learning outcomes.
FAQ
The exam is challenging. However, the level of difficulty depends on several factors, such as how well the test taker has prepared, their experience with test taking, and critical thinking skills. The exam tests more than rote knowledge. It also includes questions that require the test taker to apply situational knowledge and choose the best answer from more than one correct answer.
The PMP® delivers value far into your career. It’s worth the time, money, and investment. The median salary for PMPs® in the U.S. is 25% higher, according to PMI’s most recent Project Management Salary Survey.
PMI-PMP® standards are developed and approved using a consensus-based process; the certification's relevance extends past the United States. The PMI-PMP® is an internationally recognized standard, promoting the project management profession and continuously evolving.
The demand for a knowledgeable and certified Project Manager will only continue to grow, meaning you're never out of a job. Research indicates that employers will need to fill nearly 2.2 million new project-oriented roles each year through 2027.
Prep Bootcamp is designed for entry/mid-level project managers or individuals looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field. Students will gain insight into the structure, grading system, and study strategies required for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam.
The best way to begin preparing for the exam is to read the PMP Exam Handbook and Exam Content Online found on the PMI website. These documents provide information on eligibility, how to correctly complete the application, and timelines to manage your study time. I would also begin to review the PMBOK® Guide and attend an Exam Prep Course. This supplements the PMBOK® Guide and allows you to hear a real-world instructor’s perspective, as well as collaborate with other potential PMPs.
All PMP prep courses recognized by PMI must be taught by an approved PMI instructor. The best course is one that sets you up for exam success, sharing tips on how to break down the PMBOK® Guide and apply its knowledge to exam questions, as well as real-world project management examples. We think our instructors are the best! They bring a wealth of facilitation and they are seasoned Program and Project Managers as part of their job. We use the PMI ATP Authorized Prep Course, but also go beyond that information to provide important tips on what to expect from the exam and how to study to feel prepared. Not only do we provide this valuable information, but the instructor is open to support each student in their journey to pass the exam after the course is over. We love hearing from our participants, as newly minted PMPs!
Yes, you can self-study for the exam. However, to maximize your time, boost your knowledge, and percentage of passing the first time, you should attend a PMI approved exam prep course. An exam prep course provides the tools for better study techniques and focuses on what is important for the exam. You also receive support from a Project Management certified instructor.
Training & Development Solutions
Our T&D experts provide instructor led and virtual learning solutions to enhance organizational performance. We equip teams with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve business objectives – leveraging industry experience to develop and facilitate courses in Project Management, Business Process Management, Systems Engineering, Leadership, and Cybersecurity, including Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) courses.